Section V. OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS
2-17. Operation in Extreme Cold
and ice from the containers before opening to transfer
lubricants to tanks or guns.
a. General. Operating the lubricating and servicing
c. Specia/ Equipment. The lubricating and serv-
unit in extremely cold temperatures presents special
icing unit is equipped with an alcohol dispenser and
problems. Lubrication, fuel, electrical and air sys-
an exhaust heat diverter for cold weather operation.
tem components are all affected by cold weather
(1) Alcohol dispenser.
operation.
(a) The alcohol dispenser (fig. 2-14) is used to
inject alcohol into the air lines leading to the lubri-
closed containers and, if possible, in a warm protect-
cant pumps to prevent condensation and freezing.
ed place to insure ease of handling. Remove all snow
Figure 2-14. Alcohol dispenser- service and operation.
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